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Christopher Ward C60 Trident Pro 300vsVaer DS4 Meridian Solar

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C60 Trident Pro 300
Christopher WardC60 Trident Pro 300
MSRP $1,095
DS4 Meridian Solar
VaerDS4 Meridian Solar
MSRP $279

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C60 Trident Pro 30040mm
DS4 Meridian Solar42mm
Power Reserve
C60 Trident Pro 30038h
DS4 Meridian Solar40h
Water Resistance
C60 Trident Pro 300300m
DS4 Meridian Solar200m
MSRP
C60 Trident Pro 300$1,095
DS4 Meridian Solar$279

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
11.3mm
10.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.45mm
46mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
200m
Caseback
Display
Solid

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Lume
SLN X1 BL C1
None

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
SW200-1
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
38h
40h
Jewels
26
25
Complications
Day-date, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,095
$279

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What people say

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Christopher Ward C60 Trident Pro 300

Owners widely praise the Christopher Ward C60 Trident Pro 300 for its top-notch case finishing, buttery bracelet with on-the-fly micro-adjust, and awesome lume. Reviewers and owners alike highlight the dial's excellent finishing and applied indexes, the premium feel of the 120-click bezel with minimal backplay, and the smooth crown operation. The bracelet articulates smoothly with tight tolerances, and the quick-release system is durable. Some owners note the Sellita SW200-1 movement's 38-hour power reserve as a minor criticism, and one owner points out that the "30" on the bezel may not perfectly align. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Christopher Ward C60 Trident Pro 300 highly for its exceptional finishing and comfortable bracelet at the price point.

From video reviewers

The watch's improved proportions and balanced design are praised. The bezel action is noted as smooth and precise. Reviewers disagree on the value proposition, with one seeing it as a benchmark for quality at its price, while another considers it expensive compared to mainstream Swiss divers.

Vaer DS4 Meridian Solar

Owners widely praise the Vaer DS4 Meridian Solar for its exceptional value, solar-powered functionality, and attractive sunburst dials, with one owner reporting perfect timekeeping at 0 seconds per day. Reviewers and owners alike note the sapphire crystal with AR coating and 200m water resistance as key strengths. However, the premium steel bracelet is criticized by some for a jangly feel and sharp edges, and the crown's sharp edges can dig into the wrist. The second hand's alignment between markers is reported as slightly off by multiple owners, a trait Vaer attributes to the watch's price point. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer DS4 Meridian Solar highly for its excellent value and robust specifications, particularly its solar movement and durable crystal.

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